Highlands Farmstay combines the remoteness of a high country farm with well-appointed accommodation options to suit all. Located just 5kilometeres from Twizel in the Mackenzie Region, it offers a unique farmstay experience on a beautiful 75-acre farm. Animals include Highland Cattle, goats, alpacas, chicken and sheep. Choose from two Shepherd Huts, the Merino Cottage or the Executive Barn-each unit is warm and comfortable with modern facilities essential for a relaxing stay. Hand feed the animals during the day, enjoy a relaxing soak in an outdoor bathtub then admire the dazzling stars of Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky reserve by night.